Marvel Studios Founder Launches Groundbreaking NFT Collection Featuring Original Artwork
Marvel fans, get ready to add some unique digital art to your collection! Mythos Studios, founded by David Maisel (the man behind Marvel Studios), is launching a groundbreaking NFT collection that will feature original artwork by Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald. This collection, inspired by classic Marvel comics, the Pop Art movement, Broadway, Marvel’s black light posters from the 70s, and the energy of Web3, will focus on characters from Turner’s Fathom and Ekos comics.
Key Highlights
- Mythos Studios, founded by David Maisel, has announced the launch of a groundbreaking NFT collection featuring original artwork by Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald.
- The NFT collection is inspired by classic Marvel comics, Pop Art movement, Marvel’s iconic black light posters from the 70s, Broadway, and the art and energy of Web3, and focuses on characters from Turner’s Fathom and Ekos comics.
- The NFTs will be auctioned on May 2, 2023, which marks the 15th anniversary of the theatrical release of Iron Man, the movie that launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- The auction will last for 88 minutes and start at 10 ETH, dropping by 0.5 ETH every four minutes until it reaches 0.5 ETH, and then drop to 0.2 ETH for the last eight minutes.
- Collectors can also place an early deposit of 10 ETH from April 24 to April 30 to secure at least one piece from the collection, subject to availability.
The Genesis Art Collection NFT drop is a must-have for collectors who want to get their hands on rare and original digital art. The NFTs feature 1/1 original, hand-crafted digital art, including new 1/1 pieces inspired by various influences. This upcoming auction on May 2, 2023, marks the 15th anniversary of the theatrical release of Iron Man, the movie that launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
This is not the first time that Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald have collaborated with Mythos Studios. They previously released the Ekos Prologue Art Collection in May 2021, which featured two pieces of digital 1/1 collection that sold for $100,000 USD. Turner, who worked with DC Comics and Marvel Comics, later joined with Steigerwald to launch Aspen Comics, of which Mythos Studios owns a 50% stake.
If you want to secure at least one piece from the Genesis Art Collection, you can place an early deposit of 10 ETH from April 24 to April 30, subject to availability. And for collectors who make a pre-auction deposit of 10 ETH, they will receive a bonus NFT from the Ekos Genesis Art Portraits collection, which features 100 unique art pieces separate from the Mythos Studios collection.
The price of the NFTs in the upcoming auction has not been disclosed yet, but one thing is for sure: this groundbreaking NFT collection is a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire rare and original digital art inspired by the Marvel universe and beyond. So don’t miss out on the chance to add these unique pieces to your collection!
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FAQs
What is the name of the NFT collection launched by Marvel Studios founder David Maisel?
Mythos Studios, an entertainment company founded by David Maisel, the founder of Marvel Studios, has launched an NFT collection named Ekos Genesis Art Collection.
What kind of artwork is featured in the Ekos Genesis Art Collection?
The NFTs in this collection feature original and hand-crafted artwork by Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald, both renowned for their work on Marvel and DC comics. The artwork draws inspiration from classic Marvel comics and films, pop art, neon lights, and web3, and focuses on characters from Turner’s Fathom and Ekos comics, including the latter being his unreleased project at the time of his death.
How can I buy or bid on the Ekos Genesis NFTs from the collection?
To buy or bid on the NFTs, interested buyers must connect their crypto wallet with NFT support and have enough ETH to pay and bid on the Ekos website at ekos.io. Early deposits of 10 ETH can be made from April 24 to April 30 to secure at least one piece from the collection, subject to availability. The auction will take place on May 2, which marks the 15th anniversary of the theatrical release of Iron Man, the movie that launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The auction will last for 88 minutes, with the price dropping every four minutes until it reaches 0.2 ETH. Interested buyers can bid on any NFT they like by clicking on the bid button and confirming the transaction. The highest bidder at the end of the auction will win the NFT and have it transferred to their wallet.
Why is May 2 a special date for the Ekos Genesis NFTs auction?
Placing an early deposit for the NFTs not only secures at least one piece from the collection, subject to availability, but also provides a chance to receive a bonus NFT from a separate collection of Ekos Genesis Art Portraits, which features 100 unique art pieces. However, the bonus NFTs are only available for the first 100 early deposits.
What are the benefits of placing an early deposit for the Ekos Genesis NFTs?
It is worth noting that David Maisel’s founding role in Marvel Studios, and his key involvement in producing Iron Man and other Marvel movies, make May 2 a significant date for the auction.
